Traditional Trades Advancement Program – Fort Pulaski National Monument

This position has been filled – this is a Pre-select posting

Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Fort Pulaski National Monument through projects addressing a range of historic preservation needs. Over the course of a 26-week immersive experience, TTAP participants train and work alongside experienced NPS employees to preserve cultural resources and crucial infrastructure. This position is a great way to gain practical, hands-on experience and the foundation for a career in historic preservation. The projects at Fort Pulaski will focus on brick masonry throughout this distinctive historic site. Additional tasks may include cultural landscape maintenance around the fort. The ideal candidate is excited about hands-on trades work and should be able to demonstrate or discuss their interest in the historic preservation field. TTAP Placements must be able to commit to a 26-week term. This position is scheduled for May 5 – October 31, 2025 with weekends and federal holidays off. 

Schedule: May 5 – October 31, 2025 (M-F, 6:30 – 3) 

Location: Savannah, GA 

Skills Training & Support Provided: 

• Masonry
• Cultural landscape maintenance
• Hand and power tools use
• General preservation maintenance
• OSHA 10 Construction certification

Position Benefits:  

• $1,440 bi-weekly living allowance (pre-tax)
• $1000 Funding for independent professional development
• Travel and associated expenses for in-person Historic Preservation Fundamentals course
• Public Land Corps Hiring Authority (at position completion)
• OSHA 10 Certification
• Training and networking opportunities with NPS and preservation professionals

Essential Qualifications: 

• Interest in historic preservation trades and continuing into the trades field
• Age restrictions: 18 – 30 (or 35 for Veterans)
• Must be able to commit to the project for 26 weeks (start date flexible)
• Physical effort is heavy to moderate for this position and requires occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50lbs, unassisted, following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions.
• Interest in using hand and power tools in an outdoor setting to complete projects
• Ability to commute to meet up location daily
• Follow all safety rules and regulations and participate in ongoing safety culture of the site.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass DOI driver standards and background check

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Local to Savannah, GA (Housing is not provided at this site)
• Personal vehicle recommended

All applicants must meet Minimum Qualifications to be considered for the position. Those who may not meet all the Preferred Qualifications are encouraged to apply! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the National Park Service partner will conduct interviews. 

No experience in preservation trades required!